Brad Biggs

Brad Biggs is the Chicago Bears/NFL columnist. He has covered the Bears and the NFL since 2001. Before joining the Tribune in 2009, Biggs covered the Bears for the Sun-Times.

Bears tight end Colston Loveland walks off the field after a 31-7 loss to the Packers on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: What’s behind Colston Loveland’s low numbers? Does a bad loss alter trade plans?

October 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

This week's mailbag saw plenty of questions about offensive inefficiencies and struggles at cornerback, Brad Biggs answers your Chicago Bears questions weekly.

Bears defensive end Montez Sweat (98) waits for the next play in the first quarter Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears DE Montez Sweat suspended for 2 games for violating performance-enhancing drug policy

October 13, 2026 at 3:55 p.m.

The Chicago Bears already faced the prospect of being thin at defensive end, and now they will be without Montez Sweat for the next two games.

Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent throws in the second quarter against the Packers on Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

5 pressing questions after Chicago Bears’ Week 5 loss, including what to do at quarterback

October 13, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears endured a humbling 31-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. What transpired in Week 5 has left them wrestling with questions on both offense...

Bears tight end Colston Loveland, left, is unable to make a reception as Packers defensive back Keisean Nixon defends in the third quarter Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Green Bay. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears get humbled after stoking Green Bay Packers rivalry: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the Week 5 loss

October 12, 2026 at 6:41 a.m.

The Chicago Bears don't play another division game until Thanksgiving Day. The odds are stacked against them winning the NFC North again with a losing division record.

Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon warms up to face the Eagles on Nov. 28, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears will wait at least 1 more week to activate CB Kyler Gordon from the PUP list

October 10, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.

The Chicago Bears on Saturday activated LB Noah Sewell from the physically unable to perform list. That means the wait for CB Kyler Gordon continues.

Bears tight end Colston Loveland blocks Jets defensive end Will McDonald IV in the first quarter Oct. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Ben Johnson wants a physical identity for the Chicago Bears. After 4 games, that is emerging.

October 10, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Ben Johnson said it would take four games for the Chicago Bears to find their identity. Now at that point, a physical brand of football has emerged and it's just...

Coach Mike Ditka and defensive coordinator Buddy Ryan are carried around the field after the Bears defeated the New England Patriots 46-10 to win Super Bowl XX on Jan. 26, 1986, in New Orleans. (Ed Wagner/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Mike Ditka’s larger-than-life persona defined the Chicago Bears — and is forever etched in stone

October 9, 2026 at 2:18 p.m.

Michael Jordan may be the greatest cultural sports icon across the globe, but Mike Ditka remained the sporting icon of Chicago — and especially the Bears.

Bears running back D'Andre Swift fumbles the ball under pressure from Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood in the third quarter Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Is D’Andre Swift still RB1? How close is Caleb Williams to returning?

October 7, 2026 at 2:48 p.m.

The Chicago Bears will take the NFL's No. 1 rushing offense and a quickly improving defense to Lambeau Field. Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly.

Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent takes the field to face the Jets on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears will go with Tyson Bagent over Case Keenum in Week 5. Is that the right QB call?

October 6, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

What should we make of Tyson Bagent earning another start? The Tribune’s Chicago Bears reporters tackle that and more.

Bears running back Kyle Monangai (25) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Tyson Bagent (17) in the first quarter against the Jets on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears relish their thorough domination: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on the Week 4 bludgeoning

October 5, 2026 at 6:24 a.m.

The Chicago Bears steamrolled the New York Jets with the kind of thorough battering that wasn't necessarily reflected in the 23-12 final.

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